MILL VALLEY, Marin County, Calif., Oct. 27, 2026 — Two people were hurt on Sunday afternoon, October 25, when a car and an SUV collided on northbound US-101 at the SR-131 connector near Mill Valley, according to the California Highway Patrol.
The crash involved a white Toyota Camry and a BMW SUV. A caller reported that a man inside one of the vehicles appeared to need help getting out, and dispatchers directed people at the scene to move to the shoulder for safety. The collision blocked the middle and slow lanes of the highway, and CHP units on scene said at least one additional lane stayed closed while crews worked the wreck.
The CHP initially logged the crash as a collision with unknown injuries before updating it to minor injuries once officers arrived and assessed the scene. Fire personnel responded and remained on scene before clearing a short time later. A tow truck was called to remove the BMW SUV, and Marin Humane was also dispatched, though further details on that response were not released.
No further information on citations or a cause has been made public. The crash remains under review by investigators.
We hope everyone who was hurt makes a full and speedy recovery.
Local Crash Information for Mill Valley, CA
The crash was reported on US-101 in Mill Valley. For more crash news from the area, see our latest Marin County crash news.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I do right after a car accident?
Move to a safe spot, such as the shoulder, if your vehicle is drivable, turn on the hazard lights, and call 911 to report injuries or blocked lanes. Exchange information with the other driver and avoid discussing fault at the scene.
Where do most traffic accidents happen?
Many serious crashes occur on highways and at interchanges, where vehicles merge, change speed, or cross paths with highway connectors. Sudden slowdowns in these spots are a common trigger for collisions.
What injuries are most common in car accidents?
Whiplash, cuts from broken glass, and bruising from seatbelts or airbags are frequent in collisions like this one. Even crashes logged as "minor injury" can produce pain or stiffness that shows up hours or days later, so a medical check is worth it.
What to Do After a Car Accident in Mill Valley, CA
If you're involved in a crash on a highway in Mill Valley, your first priority is getting out of traffic safely, even if that means staying inside your vehicle until it's safe to exit, as responders advised in this incident. Once you're secure, get checked by a medical provider even if you feel fine; adrenaline can mask pain from soft-tissue injuries. Keep a copy of the CHP incident report once it's available, and photograph vehicle damage and the surrounding lanes if you're able. If a tow was required or a citation was issued, that information typically becomes part of the official record and can help later when sorting out insurance claims.
